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This form is used by tax-exempt organizations to report their financial information and activities to the IRS, including revenue, expenses, governance, and compliance with regulations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The form provides detailed information about the organization\'s mission, programs, and financial status.

How to fill out form 990

How to fill out form 990

1. Gather your organization's financial statements, including income and expenses for the year.
2. Compile information about your organization, including its mission, activities, and governance structure.
3. Fill out Part I, which is the summary of your organization's revenue and expenses.
4. Complete Part II, detailing your organization's functional expenses.
5. Provide a list of your board of directors in Part VI, including their names, titles, and check if they are compensated.
6. Report any compensation paid to the highest-paid employees and contractors in Schedule A.
7. Attach any required schedules (e.g., Schedule B for contributors) as detailed in the form instructions.
8. Review the completed form for accuracy, ensuring all information matches your financial records.
9. Sign and date the form before submitting it electronically or via mail to the IRS.

Who needs form 990?

1. Tax-exempt organizations, including charities, private foundations, and certain nonprofit organizations.
2. Organizations with gross receipts over $200,000 or total assets over $500,000.
3. Smaller organizations that are not eligible to file the 990-N must complete the 990-EZ or 990 form.
4. Organizations seeking to maintain their tax-exempt status and provide transparency to the IRS and the public.

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What is form 990?

Form 990 is an annual reporting return that certain tax-exempt organizations must file with the IRS. It provides data on the organization's finances, activities, and governance.

Who is required to file form 990?

Most tax-exempt organizations, including charities, churches, and schools, with gross receipts above a certain threshold are required to file Form 990.

How to fill out form 990?

To fill out Form 990, organizations need to gather financial statements, program descriptions, and governance policies. They can complete the form using IRS guidelines and software, or consult with a tax professional.

What is the purpose of form 990?

The purpose of Form 990 is to provide the IRS and the public with information about a nonprofit organization's finances, activities, and compliance with tax laws, promoting transparency.

What information must be reported on form 990?

Form 990 requires reporting of income, expenses, program services, governance structure, compensation of officers, and other financial information.